There’s always a silver lining, and in this case, it’s edible. News of the CNE 2020 cancellation may have been a huge let down for Torontonians, but don’t fret. You can still get delicious fried fair food from some of the exhibition’s most popular vendors and they’re so drool-worthy. You won’t be mingling on the midway this year, but all is not lost. Wandering through the massive food market and sampling outrageous menu items is half of the fun of going to The Ex, right? From rainbow grilled cheeses to squid on a stick, dill pickle lemonade and more, there’s a treat to satisfy everyone’s tastebuds. That’s why we tracked down past CNE vendors in the Toronto area to see who was still open for business. This year's cancellation was officially announced on May 12. It's only the second time in its history that the event has been called off. But don’t let get you down. If we can’t go to The Ex, let’s bring The Ex to us! Pacho's Bakery Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Churros Address: Multiple Toronto locations Why You Need To Go: You might not be able to order those iconic CNE rainbow grilled cheeses anymore, but the bakery who presented them has a bunch of extravagant churro desserts available for pickup and delivery. View this post on Instagram 🚨WORTH IT WEDNESDAY 🚨 our favorite spot for authentic Mexican churros can now be conveniently found outside union station for the Union Summer Market! Get classic churros filled with chocolate, dulce de leche, or strawberry (the latter two are our favorite!). You can also indulge in a churro cone filled with your choice of vanilla or chocolate ice cream, topped with your favorite sauce(s), and with either fruit loops, coconut, or oreo pieces. This is a great one for commuters since it's located right next to union station, so it's super easy to get to by subway and GO Transit! A post shared by North of the 6ix (@northofthe6ix) on Jul 17, 2019 at 10:46am PDT Menu Fuwa Fuwa Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Japanese pancakes Address: Multiple Toronto locations Why You Need To Go: These jiggly pancakes never disappoint! Luckily, you can get them delivered straight to your door. View this post on Instagram I was not ready for this.... A post shared by Liam (@anchorthislostsoul) on Mar 15, 2020 at 3:06am PDT Menu Eva's Chimneys Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Ice cream Address: 454 Bloor St. W, Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: An ice cream cone made of donuts? No wonder these treats are a big hit at the fair. While those cones are currently unavailable, this spot is still offering pints of their delicious ice cream for delivery. View this post on Instagram Craving something sweet? Try these vegan THAI MANGO STICKY RICE 🥭🍚 and OREO 🍪🍫 CHIMNEY CONES from @ogchimneys. Check them out and ask for all of their vegan options! A post shared by WeeGo VeeGo (@weegoveego) on Apr 3, 2020 at 1:45pm PDT Menu Alijandro's Kitchen Price: 💸 Cuisine: Mediterranean-Mexican street food Address: 4070 Living Arts Dr., Mississauga, ON Why You Need To Go: These incredible "fawaffle" cones taste just like falafel and come stuffed with all kinds of savoury ingredients. Food just tastes better in a cone, doesn't it? View this post on Instagram A toast, to the mighty Fawaffle! @alijs_kitchen is here at College Park with a bunch of other top food trucks. If you missed us for lunch, don’t worry - we’re here ‘til 7 so swing by for dinner! . . . . . . #toronto #torontofood #torontofoodie #torontofoodies #torontoeats #toreats #torontofoodtrucks #foodtrucksto #torontoblogger #cravethe6ix #mediterranean #foodtruck #collegepark #summerinto #falafel #foodpic #foodstagram #foodphotography #instafood #yum #foodtrucknfriday A post shared by FOOD TRUCK'N EVENTS (@foodtrucknfriday) on Jul 18, 2019 at 1:53pm PDT Menu feasTO Price: 💸 Cuisine: Dumplings Address: Online Why You Need To Go: This delicious dumpling food truck may not be parked next to the midway this year, but don't fret. You can order frozen dumplings from here to prepare at home. View this post on Instagram Ahhh 🥳🎡🎠🎪 5 more days of #CNE2019, we're still here parked on Princes Blvd, so come on down with your family and friends to celebrate the end of summer with some #dumplings and good old fair fun!! 📸 By @letsgototheex A post shared by feasTO #Dumpling Food Truck 🥟 (@feastoronto) on Aug 29, 2019 at 8:00am PDT Menu Sweet Jesus Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Ice cream Address: 4841 Yonge St., North York, ON Why You Need To Go: The desserts at Sweet Jesus are always a delight and you can order a bunch of them online. From shakes to cakes and so much more. View this post on Instagram So happy that a @sweetjesus is in the Annex!! Birthday cake is definitely worth a try and the small size is a perfect dessert after a good meal💕 . . . . . . . . . . . . #sweetjesus #dessertporn #dessert #foodporn #foodphotography #foodie #foodies #foodblogger #foodjourney #torontofood #torontofoodie #yyz #toronto #blogto #torontophoto #instafood #instafoodie #yum #lovedessert #dessertintoronto #torontodessert #tastethesix #dishedto #tocravings #narcitycanada A post shared by The Obese Odyssey (@theobeseodyssey) on Apr 30, 2018 at 5:34pm PDT Menu Get Your Own Taters Price: 💸💸💸 Cuisine: Tots Address: 255 Bremner Blvd., Toronto, On Why You Need To Go: Are you going to eat your tots? If not, we will because these tater tot concoctions look so drool-worthy, even Napolean Dynamite would be jealous. View this post on Instagram @getyourowntaters they said... but instead, I just grabbed a bite from @tofoodblogger 😏😉 #taterlife A post shared by Toronto Food by Mike Bolton (@boltonsbites) on Jun 1, 2019 at 4:32pm PDT Menu Queen Arepa Price: 💸💸💸 Cuisine: Mediterranean Address: 369 Roncesvalles Ave., Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: According to a post on the Queen Arepa food truck's Instagram, you can still order their mouth-watering empanadas on Uber Eats from a place called Bar Bacan. We'll take a dozen, please. View this post on Instagram Anotha’ Empanada A post shared by Michael Lim | Toronto & Life 🍔 (@mikeolim) on Jul 19, 2018 at 5:44pm PDT Menu Philthy Philly's Price: 💸 Cuisine: Sandwiches Address: 960 Southdown Rd., C12, Mississauga, ON Why You Need To Go: If you tried an Italian Stallion at the CNE last year, then you know this sandwich is basically a three-course meal. But there's so much more on the menu for you to try as well. View this post on Instagram The Big Texan - Steak, pulled pork, bacon & crispy onions cheese steak sandwich . The Big ‘EZ’ - Steak, bacon, & southwest chipotle Philly cheesesteak . @philthyphillyspc (📸 @tasteofmississauga) #Cravethe6ix A post shared by Cravethe6ix (@cravethe6ix) on Mar 31, 2020 at 12:52pm PDT Menu HK Station Price: 💸 Cuisine: Seafood Address: 1510 Drew Rd. Unit#1, Mississauga, ON Why You Need To Go: If squid on a stick is your cup of tea, then this spot has you covered. You can order squid tentacles and more for delivery. View this post on Instagram Grilled Squid 🐙 . • On #Canada150 I found a hidden gem at Richmond Green that I failed to notice the many times I've been to these seasonal events and food markets! If you're in to try some fresh seafood made before your eyes, you've got to try this food truck at the next event, @nightitup being hosted from July 14-16 at the Markham Civic Centre! A post shared by #eatwithCKY (@eatwithcky) on Jul 5, 2017 at 9:19pm PDT Menu Beaver Tails Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Beaver Tails Address: 145 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: What's fair food without a few Beaver Tails, am I right? The Toronto Waterfront location has started offering curbside pickup. View this post on Instagram What’s up food lovers?! We got a sweet tooth tonight! Coming to you guys all the way from Toronto, Ontario, Canada we present Beaver Tails. This is basically a flat donut with toppings on top. We chose the classic banana nutella. It was so delicious and we definitely recommend checking this out when you visit the 6ix! • • • • • • #beavertails #banananutella #torontofood #canadianfood #ontariocanada #foodporn #food #foodphotography #foodie #foodgasm #foods #foody #foodstagram #foodlover #foodies #foodblogger #instafood #foodstyling #foodbeast #foodoftheday #foodpics #foodpic #foodblog #foodaddict #foodshare #foodcoma #foodlovers #foodiegram #foodgram #foodlove A post shared by Chaddy&Zipse (@asiansthatalwayseat) on Sep 9, 2019 at 5:53pm PDT Menu Chickee Kone Price: 💸 Cuisine: Asian Fusion Address: 335 Yonge St., Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: Fried chicken in a waffle cone? You know we're excited about this one. And you can get them delivered straight to your doorstep. Yum! View this post on Instagram Trying new things at The CNE! 🎢🌯🍭 Fried Chicken in a Cone, with Chipotle-Mayo Sauce drizzled on top! Chickee Kone - Canadian National Exhibition (Food Building) A post shared by CHI•TO FOODIES (@chitofoodies) on Aug 24, 2019 at 6:28pm PDT Menu San Franceso Foods Price: 💸 Cuisine: Italian Address: Multiple Toronto locations Why You Need To Go: If you loved the crispy veal taco shells from last year's CNE, then you'll love the original sandwich just as much. View this post on Instagram Ready for lunch? We open early! Our veal sandwiches await you. Dive in to deliciousness 🇮🇹 😋 👌🏻 #SanFrancescoFoods #SanFrancescos #SanFranFoods #torontoeats #torontofood #tofoodie #tofoodies #dineto #eatto #lunchtime #mangia #italianfood #sandwich #sangwich #bigeats #foodie #hungry #hungryaf #freshfood #veal #vealparm #vealsandwich #nomnom_to @nomnom_to A post shared by San Francesco Foods (@theoriginalsanfran) on Dec 20, 2016 at 7:15am PST Menu